Great Dane Trailers | NHTSA Recall #20V431000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 20V431000 by Great Dane Trailers. Affecting truck bodies equipped with maxon gptlr and gptwr lift gates with license plate bracket light number 908120-01 Includes 23 affected units, Lift Gate License Plate Light Alignment/FMVSS 108, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

truck bodies equipped with maxon gptlr and gptwr lift gates with license plate bracket light number 908120-01

Defect Summary

Great dane trailers (great dane) is recalling certain truck bodies equipped with maxon gptlr and gptwr lift gates with license plate bracket light number 908120-01. if installed, the license plate light may aim rearward and not towards the license plate. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

Corrective Action

Great dane will notify owners, and the dealers will provide a corrective license plate kit with light, as necessary, free of charge. the recall began january 11, 2021. great dane customer service may be contacted at 1-877-369-3493.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 20V431000
Manufacturer: Great Dane Trailers
Report Received Date: 2020-07-24T00:00:00
Subject: Lift gate license plate light alignment/fmvss 108
Component: Exterior Lighting
Potentially Affected Units: 23

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Great dane trailers (great dane) is recalling certain truck bodies equipped with maxon gptlr and gptwr lift gates with license plate bracket light number 908120-01. if installed, the license plate light may aim rearward and not towards the license plate. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Consequence Summary: A license plate light aimed toward other drivers may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Great dane will notify owners, and the dealers will provide a corrective license plate kit with light, as necessary, free of charge. the recall began january 11, 2021. great dane customer service may be contacted at 1-877-369-3493.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 13.04

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NHTSA ID: 20V431000
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